What is Colin Hanks’ Net Worth and Salary?
Actor Colin Hanks, son of Tom Hanks, has a net worth of $14 million. He made his film debut in 1996’s “That Thing You Do!” directed by his father. Hanks has since appeared in over 50 film and television projects including “Dexter” and “Life in Pieces”. He has also directed two documentaries and launched a handkerchief collection called Hanks Kerchiefs.
Early Life and Family
Colin Hanks was born in Sacramento, California in 1977 to actor Tom Hanks and actress Samantha Lewes. His last name was changed to Hanks after his parents’ marriage in 1978. Hanks has a younger sister and two half-brothers. His mother passed away in 2002 from bone cancer.
Hanks attended Sacramento Country Day School and later transferred to Loyola Marymount University but dropped out before earning his degree.
Colin Hanks’ Career Highlights
Colin Hanks started his career in 1999 as Alex Whitman on “Roswell.” He appeared in 45 episodes over three seasons. During this time, he also appeared in the films “Whatever It Takes” (2000) and “Get Over It” (2001) and the HBO miniseries “Band of Brothers” (2001), created by his father and Steven Spielberg.
Hanks continued his career with films such as “Orange County” (2002), “King Kong” (2005), and “Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny” (2006). He also appeared in several TV shows, including “The O.C.” (2004), “Numb3rs” (2005), and “Mad Men” (2008).
In 2009, Hanks co-starred with Jane Fonda in a Broadway production of “33 Variations.” He appeared in several films, including “Parkland” (2013) and “Vacation” (2015). From 2015 to 2019, he starred in the CBS sitcom “Life in Pieces.”
Hanks has also lent his voice to TV series such as “Big City Greens” (2019) and “American Dad!” (2020).
Personal Life and Interests
Colin Hanks was in a relationship with actress Busy Philipps while attending college in the 1990s. He proposed to former publicist Samantha Bryant in June 2009, and they married on May 8, 2010. The couple has two daughters, Olivia and Charlotte.
Hanks is a sports fan and supports various teams including the San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Kings, San Francisco 49ers, and Sacramento Kings. He has also shown support for the Los Angeles Football Club and Liverpool Football Club. He served as an LA Kings playoff correspondent for the “Kevin and Bean” radio show during the 2012 and 2013 hockey seasons.
Chet Haze, a rapper, is Colin’s half-brother through their father. Chet’s mother is Rita Wilson.
Awards and Nominations
In 2002, Hanks was named One to Watch – Male at the Young Hollywood Awards. He won a Soaring Star Award at the San Diego Film Festival in 2005. The voice cast of “King Kong: The Official Game of the Movie” earned a Spike Video Game Award for Best Cast. Colin received nominations from several award-giving bodies including Primetime Emmys, Golden Globes, Critics Choice Television Awards, Gold Derby Awards, and Online Film & Television Association for his performance on “Fargo.” He also earned nominations from the MTV Movie Awards and Satellite Awards. The cast of ” Dexter” received a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series in 2011.
Colin Hanks Buys $2.85 Million Farmhouse in Studio City
Actor Colin Hanks recently purchased a farmhouse in the Studio City area of Los Angeles for $2.85 million. The 4,300 square foot home boasts five bedrooms, 5.5 baths, a home theater, and walls upholstered with black leather. Additionally, the property includes a swimming pool and spa.
